Payroll and Billings Manager (12 months Maternity Cover)

We're delighted to present this exciting opportunity for an experienced Payroll and Billings Manager to join a fast-paced, recruitment group based in the heart of the City of London.

The EMEA Pay & Bill manager will take full ownership of the Pay & Bill function for EMEA and the USA. This includes but is not limited to the smooth running of day to day activities, management of 4 employees and process review for improvement.

The Role:

- Managerial responsibility for 4 individuals including workload distribution, performance reviews, training & development

- Ensure the smooth running of the function especially during peak payroll period

- Ensure all processes are documented & up to date

- Review current process and recommend improvements

- Managing the processing of multi frequency & multi-currency payrolls, approving multi-currency payments & cheque payments

- Build strong relationships with contractors and deliver an excellent service

- Monthly review of trade creditors/limited company balances

- Resolve and respond to contractor queries in a timely manner and occasionally process timesheets and payroll contractors

- Establish, document and implement client-specific requirements

- Timely client billings to improve working capital

- Monthly review of client billings to ensure accurate billing and distribution

- Work closely with Credit Control to resolve client queries

- Approve credit and re-bill process, where needed

The ideal candidate will possess:

- Previous contractor payroll experience within the recruitment industry (essential)

- An excellent level of literacy, numeracy and communication skills across all levels with strong systems and payroll software skills (essential)

- Microsoft Navision experience (desirable)

- An ability to follow clear process guidelines but also take a holistic view to drive change, initiate & implement process improvements

- Strong organisational skills and have excellent attention to detail

- Strong communication skills across all levels in the organisation, with an ability to establish and build good working relationships for both commercial and operational areas

- The ability to multi-task and prioritise tasks in a fast paced and pressured environment

- A genuine passion for excellent customer service and employee care